Isuzu Rodeo
Built: 1988-2002 · Series: Other models
More machines from model year 1988
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Isuzu – other models: the collective page from light NPR and NQR chassis to entries from the Finnish vehicle register, four-cylinder engines 64 to 177 kW, 1,898 to 5,780 cc
Isuzu is a Japanese commercial-vehicle maker founded in 1916 in Tokyo, with the name in use since 1949; the brand ranks among the world's largest truck makers with the Elf (light), Forward (medium) and Giga (heavy) ranges. This collective page gathers models the register could not assign to a named range, from light NPR and NQR chassis to individual entries from the Finnish vehicle register, where Isuzu flatbed trucks are listed as "avolavakuorma-auto" – literally an open flatbed truck.
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The register lists 45 versions with four-cylinder diesel engines from 1,898 to 5,780 cc, outputs from 64 to 177 kW, kerb weights from 2,040 to 7,110 kg, gross vehicle weights from 3,500 to 8,500 kg, lengths from 4,700 to 8,160 mm and widths from 1,870 to 2,550 mm.
The NPR and NQR ranges rank among the best-selling light and medium trucks in the world and are built under licence or other brand names in many countries, for instance as Chevrolet or GMC in North America; they mainly serve urban distribution traffic and as a base for refrigerated, tipper and flatbed bodies.
When buying a used example, check on the four-cylinder diesel engines the condition of the injection pump and turbocharger, rust in the frame and cab mounting after urban distribution use, and wear on the clutch and brakes at high mileage; spare parts are well supported through Isuzu's dense dealer network and independent commercial-vehicle parts dealers.
Sources: Kennwerte der Modelle Isuzu (weitere Modelle), Isuzu (Hersteller), Traficom (Finnland)
Technical data
Engine
| Engine | 2.3L 96 hp (70 kW) Z Engine SOHC I4; 2.2L 115 hp (85 kW) SOHC I4; 2.6L 120 hp (92 kW) SOHC I4; 2.8L 100 hp (74 kW) SOHC I4 Turbodiesel; 3.0L 130 hp (96 kW) I4 Turbodiesel; 3.1L 120 hp (90 kW) OHV V6correct |
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Dimensions and weights
| Length | 177.3 in (1987–1991); 193.8 in (1987–1991); 177.2 in (1992–2002); 193.7 in (1992–2002)correct |
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| Width | 66.6 in (1987–1991); 65.5 in (1992–2002)correct |
| Height | 2WD 62.3 in (1987–1991); 2WD 62.2 in (1987–1991); 2WD 62.6 in (1987–1991); 4WD 66.2 in (1987–1991); 2WD 61.8 in (1992–2002); 4WD 66.1 in (1992–2002)correct |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in (1987–1991); 119.2 in (1987–1991); 105.5 in (1992–94); 119.1 in (1992–2002)correct |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual gearbox; 4-speed automatic gearboxcorrect |
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Origin and approval
| Assembly plants | China: Chongqing (Qingling); Japan: Fujisawa, Kanagawa; Philippines: Biñan; Portugal: Vendas Novas (ITUK); Thailand: Rayong; Tunisia: Kairouan (IMM); United States: Lafayette, Indianacorrect |
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| Body | 2-door pickup truck; 2-door Spacecab pickup truck; 4-door Crewcab pickup truckcorrect |
| Vehicle class | Pickup truckcorrect |
Other data
| Predecessor | Isuzu P'upcorrect |
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| Successor | Isuzu Hombre; Isuzu D-Maxcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Isuzu Rodeo built?
Production years: 1988-2002.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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AMP
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ELF 4WD
Elf
Elf / Isuzu N-Series
FRR
FSR
FSR11-11T
Forward & Isuzu F-Series
Giga
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